Welcome to Graphic Design Fundamentals, a mini-course available through the Multimedia Tour! In today’s visually-driven world, effective communication is about more than just words. This course is designed to provide budding writers with essential graphic design skills to enhance their storytelling and engage their audience. Through a blend of hands-on projects and discussions, students will learn how to create visually appealing content that complements their writing.
Learning Objectives
- Identify and explain the fundamental principles of design, including balance, contrast, alignment, repetition, and proximity.
- Analyze and apply typography principles, including font selection, hierarchy, and readability in design projects.
- Develop skills in visual storytelling by creating designs that convey messages and evoke emotions.
- Recognize the importance of audience and purpose in design, tailoring projects to meet the needs and expectations of specific target groups.
- Plan and execute a complete design project from concept to final execution, demonstrating the design process and decision-making.
Requirements
Coursework
As you progress through each lesson, make sure to press complete before moving on to the next.
Complete at least three of the following courses:
- Photopoetry: A Synthesis of Photography and Poetry
- Video Fundamentals
- Graphic Design Fundamentals
- Social Media Fundamentals
- Podcasting Fundamentals
Mentorship
You are in one of the following pair types. You pair type is listed on your GWN Portal profile.
- Mentor/Mentee: Meet at least 2 times per month
- Peer-to-Peer: Meet at least 2 times per month
Engagement Types
- College & Career Chats
- Exploratory Community Studios
- Salon Experiences
Attend at least 1 suggested Community Experience per month.
Submissions
- Submit one piece to be published on the Author Page/Girls Write Now’s website.
Engagement Dates
There are no required events for this course, but we encourage you to check the Events Page in your portal for information on upcoming live events.
Asynchronous Coursework
All coursework is available once you start the course.
Submissions
Submit one multimedia piece to be published on Girls Write Now’s website.
Head to girlswritenow.org/stories/submit/ for instructions on submitting material through the portal.